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The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

The ringing of the Normal School bell at
dawn on Saturday morning the 18th inst,
created quite a little discussion as to what
it was intended to commemorate. Many
of our people knew Of the great parades in
Philadelphia, but had overlooked the fact
as to what was the particular day Of the
centennial of the adoption Of the Constitu.
tion. Some were of the opinion that the
celebration was the Tooth Anniversary Of
the adoption of our State Constitution.
Others that the adoption of the State Con-
stitution was celebrated five years ago.
Still others were of the opinion that this
celebration was the centennial of the ratif-
cation of the Constitution by the State Of
Pennsylvania, the Constitution having been
| adopted in 1776. We were amused at these
expressions of opinion and therefore give
facts which may place all Alright
The city of Philadelphia was founded in
| 1852 and the same year form OF govern.
ment for the State was formed by William
Penn, this was subsequently amended un-
| til 1915 when a provisional Constitution
was prepared A new constitution was
adopted in 1890, which was afterwards
several times amended. In 1878 an amend
ed Constitution was approved by the peo
pie by vote of 253, ,744 against 10S, 594 anC
went into force January 1st, 1874. In re
gard to the celebration at Philadelphia,
last week it was the centennial of the Con
stitution of the United States of America
adopted September II, 1887, by conven
ton of delegates from the Thirteen Origin
| al State which hepan ito sessions in thu
State House, in Philadelphia, in May Of thu
same year. The Constitution was ratified
by the States as follows: Delaware, De
cember 6, 1887; Pennsylvania, December
12, 1887 New Jersey, December, 18, 1887
Georgia, January 2, 1888; Connecticut
January 7, 1888; Massachusetts,, Februar.
8, 1888; Maryland April 26, 1898; Soutl
Carolina, May 90, 1888; New Hampshire
June 81, 17sS; Virginia, June 25, 1888; New
York, July 26, 1885, North Carolina, Nov
ember 81, 1889; Rhode Island, May 20, ITO
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

Probably one Of the most common dis.
eases of the present day Is Brights disease,
the very mention of which causes shud-
der to many predisposed TO kidney affec-
tions. While, if too long neglected, it be-
comes an incurable malady. The first
stages are readily cured by the remedy dis
covered by DIR. Shattuck thirteen years
ago. The repeated solicitation of friends
and patients have induced the Doctor to
put it in convenient form for general use.
DR.. Shattuck's Rest Cure Specific is not q
patent medicine, beng prepared from a
regular and reliable prescription which has
stood the test of time as one of the best
remedies for liver and kidney troubles, ma
laria, dyspepsia and blood diseases. So
great has been the demand for this remedy
that it has been placed in the hands OF
Meyer Bros, who will supply the trade,
both wholesale and retail. When you can
patronize home industry and get what you
need, why not do it
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

Hon. and Mrs. G. r. Buckalew have re-
turned from Ganoga Lake.
Colonel Freeze and wife returned from
the North Mountain on Monday.
Miss Mary McKelvy is visiting Mr.. and
Mrs. E. W. Elwell, of Towanda.
Mr.. y. W. Dickson Esq. and w. M. Mul
Yer, OF Berwick, ARE attending convention
OF Y. M. G. A. at Lancaster.
Mr.. j. X. Maize is in town attending to
regal business and will remain here until
after court.
Judge McCollum, of Montrose, Susque,
mamma county. will hold September courl
In this place and al Danville.
Sam harman left last Saturday for his
school at Shoemakertown, near Philadel
phia, where he will spend the coming year
Dr. Howard Lott, of Buffalo, Wyoming
Ter', visited al Mr.. @. P. Sloan's, the latter
part OF last week. He Is brother Of Mrs
Sloan.
Mr.. b. F. Sharpless and wife left for q
southern trip Saturday last. They expec,
10 visit nearly all the prominent battle
grounds.
mr. Chas. 8. Thompson, the genial and
en'erprising manager of sour Railroad
men combination, gave us very pleasant
Call on Thursday morning Of last week.
we are informed that Mrs. Nuss and one
VI her daughters were taken sick during
"eir journey to the west and that both art
now seriously Ill at Kansas city will
typhoid fever.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

DRUNKRNNRss OR Liquor HABIT Positively
CURED BY ADMINISTERING DR.. HAINRs'
GOLDEN SPECIFIC 1t can be given in cup
Of coffee or tea without the knowledge OF
the person taking III is absolutely harmless
and will effect a permanent and speedy
cure, whether the patient is moderate
drinker or an alcoholic wreck Thousands
Of drunkards have been made temperate
men who have taken Golden Specific in
their coffee without their knowledge, and
to-day believe they quit drinking of theil
own free will. 1T NEVER FAILS. The
system once impregnaIed with the Specific
it becomes au utter impossibility for The
liquor habit to exist. For full particular:
address Golden Specific Co., 1856 Race St.,
Cincinnati, Ohio. dec 3 SO ly.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23
PARAGON
COACH VARNISH

We have taken the agency for
j. A. Sheppard's Paragon Coach
Varnish, patented in 1884 and
wish to call the attention of con-
sumers to its merits. 1t is made
solely from hard gum, has q
very heavy body and dries hard
in "a hours in Summer or Win
ter, one gallon covers 450 Sc
feet of new work first coat and
600 #. second coat, it is warrant
ed not to crack, spot, blister or
turn white, and to outwear any
English or American varnish, is
especially suitable for carriages
or outdoor work where exposed
to the weather, it is warranted to
rub down in oil or water, and
pumice stone in from 36 to 49
hours without sweating out and
can be brought to a dead finish.
For the interior finish Of fine
residences, public building,
bathrooms, it has no equal; hot
or cold water, soap or grease will
not affect its lustre or spot or
stain its surface; wiping with a
sponge or damp towel will keep
it looking fresh and new. you
are especially desirous Of a hand
some and permanent finish,
specify Sheppards Paragon Coach
Varnish to your painter and take
no other; put up in J and one
gallon cans at $500 per gallon.
Very Resp.
j. r. SCHUYLER q Co.,
Rlnnp,ch,,ro, Da
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

The thirteenth annual convention of the
Womans' Christian Temperance Union OF
Pennsylvania will be held October 12, 1S
and IA, 1887, in Lewisburgh, Union county,
Misss Frances E. Willard, President of the
National W. @. 4. U,, will be present, and
make an address on Social Purity. The
number OF Unions has greatly increased
during the past year, there being now ovel
one thousand IN the State, and this is ex
peoted to be the largeS and most important
meeting ever held
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23
Builders Hardware.

We carry the most complete
line of Builders materials in the
Country. Iron, Steel and Wire
Nails, Locks in endless variety,
Door Butts, plain or ornamental,
Catches and Latches, White Lead
Mixed Paints and Colors, Lin
seed Oil, Turpentine, Varnish,
Oil Finish, French and Ameri-
can Window Glass, Putty, Build
ing Paper, all of which we can
sell at prices that will make it to
your interest to deal with US.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

Many people refuse to take Cod Liver
Oil on account of its unpleasant taste
This difficulty has been overcome in Scott's
Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil with Hypo
phosphltes. 1t being as palatable as milk
and the most valuable remedy known fol
the treatment of consumption, scrofula ant
bronchitis. Physicians report our little
patients take it with pleasure. Try Scott!
Emulsion and be convinced.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

Much ignorance is displayed by drivers
of vehicles, and even by pedestrians on the
street on the subject of "the right of the
road" 1t is a simple law, and consists In
yielding one half of the road, and keeping
to the right In passing any way, whether
in vehicle or on foot, keep to the right.
Many persons with large wagons, or swag-
gering braggadocia, are so impolite and un'
yielding as to give neither half or side Of
the street or road. With such persons be
flrm-keep to the right Of street or road
and the law will take care Of you, and the
other fellow, too.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

Mr.. John A. Funston, of Bloomsbury,
who owns large quantities of land in and
around Bernice, presented the X. of l..
order OF Bernice with building lot at that
place on Thursday evening last They were
given their choice of six, The one chosen
by the committee is valued at $3.50. The
order will as soon as convenient build a
large hall thereon. Mr.. Funston will
please accept the thanks of the entire
dge.-Suliudn Republican.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

The theatrical season here opened Thurs
day evening OF last week with the presen-
tation Of the comedy drama. "Our Railroad
Men" A fair-sized audience greeted
Frank and Katharine Howe in this play,
and seemed well-pleased with the perform
ance, judging from the frequent bursts Of
applause. Mr.. Howe took the part Of
General Bonney in very creditablc man.
ner, and Miss Howe ably assisted him.
Many Of the other characters were well
taken and altogether the perfor nance was
much above the standard
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

Many people were startled by the ringing
of the Normal School bell at an early hour
last Saturday morning, thinking it was
ringing a fire alarm. They were reassured,
however, when they found it was in cele-
bration of the day, the 18th of September,
on which day the adoption of the Constitu.
ton took place, one hundred years ago. II
was rung again at six O'clock in the even
ipa
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

We were presented last week with a
large basket of fine peaches, by DR.. .Shattuck.
They were the incest we have seen this
season, and for flavor could not be beaten
anywhere. The DR.. had quite a number in
his orchard this season, and all were fine
fr,,;t
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

VIM. Moore and Bella Vivian and their
comedy company played in the Blooms
burg Opera House last Monday evening to
packed house. Moore is very fair actor,
but if he had not attempted to be the whole
show himself, the audience would have
been better pleased, The support was very
poor. Many who had attended, expecting
to see a frst-class performance, were much
disappointed,
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

Mr. Charles Unangst ESQ.,, has had the
barn on his farm in Hemlock township,
painted in handsome style. 1t adds greatly
to the appearance, besides preserving the
barn for many years. The work was done
by W. F. Bodine, which is guarantee that
the paint will not peel off.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

Mrs. NJ A. Smith is ready to begin her
fall term in music. Pupils can begin at
any time, and can take one or two lessons
week, either at their homes, or at the
teachers residence, as it suits their conven.
ience. The prices are the same as charged
by other teachers. For particulars call al
residence, Mrs. Ent's house, next door tc
DR.. Wilhtts office. If
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23
gtltuplrr's 9Mdware.
PAPER
PLATES
AND NAPEA Z TN s

Just the thing for picnics and
private parties, neat clean and
cheap; avoids the annoyance Of
broken and lost dishes and nap
kins; no weight to carry. These
paper plates are largely used tor
pie baking, and overcome the
objection some people have to
pies because the under crust is
soggy; the greatest degree of heat
will not scorch them and by
greasing them a pie may be
baked on them better than on
tin or earthen ware; the under
crust will be found perfectly
hard and crisp similar to the top.
Napkins are soft and pliable as
linen and will not fade umless
zO,askeG
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

Miller, Stowe & Freemans circus exhib-
tied here last Monday on lower Market
street, near the D. L. & w. r. r. They
give a good performance; the riding of
James Robinson is as good as is seen in
much larger circusts. Other parts of the
performance are very good Their audience
was much diminished in the evening on
account of the crowd attending the play at
the Opera House.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

DIR. Alfred Freeman Yetter, native OF
Boomsburg, and resident of Ashley, has
registered in Prothonotary Norris Office as
the S20th physician in Luzerne county. He
graduated as an NJ. d. on February "a,
1887, at the Chicago Homeopathic Medical
College. His diploma is endorsed by Hah-
nemann Medical College, of Philadelphia,
on September 7, 1ss7.-Wilkes-barre NspS.
Dealer.
The doctor is son of Mr.. Samuel Yetter
of this place.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

Mrs. W. p. Ramsey, of Mahanoy City,
died at her residence Wednesday, Septem-
Der 7th. She was a patient sufferer from a
complication of diseases lasting ovor per-
iod of nearly eight years. Her remains
were brought to this place last week and
inferred in Rosemont cemetery. She was
a sister -in-law of Mr.. c. w. McKelvy.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

Messrs Clark & Son have placed in their
show window an automatic toy represent
ing lone fisherman. The fisherman dis
covers he has fish on his line and makes
strong efforts to pull it out but fails to do
so. The toy has attracted the attention of
| a vast number of people.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

G. W. Klase, proprietor of the st. Charles
hotel, Berwick, Pa, has ample accommoda-
tions for those attending the Berwick fair
this week. Extensive preparations have
been made and an excellent table will be
prepared for the guests. Since the rebuild
ing Of this hotel he has everything IN fine
otv1a
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

The courts OF Pennsylvania have decided
that no boundary fence can be made Of
barbed wire without the consent of the
parties owning the lands, and any man
who puts such fences along the highway
renders himself liable for all injuries result
ing to stock passing along the highway.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

Mr.. viii Armstrong, who has charge OF
the drug store during the absence OF MIR.
Mercer, has been studious, industrious
and apt clerk under Mr.. Mercer, so that
he could leave the store in his hands
feeling that everything would be properly
attended to just the same as II he were
here. win has become strongly attached
to the druggist business and will certainly
succeed well when he launches out for him
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

I had kidney disorder and say for the
good of others that DIR. Kennedy's Favor
ite remedy cured me. Rev. s. c. Chandler,
Lebanon Springs, N. Y. had stone in the
bladder and gravel in the kidneys. / used
DR.. Kennedy's Favorite Remedy and am
now well.-E. ID. Parsons, Rochester N.
Y. Price 81. Send 2.cent stamp to DIR.
Kennedy, Rondout, N. Y, for book on
kidney, liver and blood disorders. Men.
tion this paper. sep2d4t.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

The birds are now observed daily flying
toward the South, and very soon the last
of our summer visitors will have departed
for climate more congeuial to their tastes.
The fly which has been among the most
persistent hangers on, bites harder than
ever but will soon 90 too.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

Peculiar in the combination, proportion
and preparation of its ingredients, Hoods
Sarsaparilla accomplishes cures where other
preparations entirely fail Peculiar in its
good name at home, which is "tower of
strength abroad" peculiar in the phenom-
email sales it has attained, Hoods Sarsapa.
rilla is the most successful medicine for
purifying the blood, giving strength and
creating an appetite.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

Read the advertisement of the Great
Western Gun Works, Pittsburgh, Pa, as II
appears in this issue. Lovers of guns, re-
volvers and fishing tackle, and all kinds OF
sporting goods should write for catalogue
and price list We have received one OF
their catalogues and we are surprised and
delighted at the great assortment and low
prices of guns, revolvers, &c. The Great
Western Gun Works, q. II. Johnston, the
veteran gun maker, proprietor are strictly
reliable and trustworthy, and enjoy repu
tation for low prices, fine goods and fail
dealing Write to them at once.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

Monday was a lively day for Bloomsbury
The "Our Jonathan" company and circus
were both here on that day and both did
their best to draw the crowd In the even
ing. The circus gave its parade abont II
o'clock in the morning and the dude band
paraded at noon. The agent for "Our
Jonathan" Co. was indefatigable in scat
tering bills about town all day long, and
the town was fairly flooded with them.
Again in the evening the circus band and
the dude band were out, and for long
time the air resounded with the strains OF
martial music. Primers ink and the dude
band, however, did the act, and the Opers
House was full to overflowing.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

A little son Of Mr.. and Mrs. John Kelley
died at their home near Neals furnace last
Monday, aged about six months. Funeral
services were held at the house on Wed.
nesday afternoon, and the remains were
inferred in Rosemont cemetery.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

A large bouquet Of beautiful cut roses,
from Bloomsbury nursery, in the Misses
Kinney's millinery window, has attracted
much attention.-Ashland Aduacdte.
The flowers were from Mr.. Lloyd Dillon's
greenhouse near the Normal School.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

The meet of the Berwick Bicycle Club
will be held to-day friday at three
O'Clock p. M, on the grounds of the North
ern Columbia and Southern Luzerne
County Fair at Berwick. A large num-
Der of wheelmen are expected to be pres
ent, and there will be several interesting
races.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

Last Saturday morning pheasan,
crashed against the glass in window IN
Joe Wells room at the Normal School, and
breaking the pane, fell through upon the
floor Of the room. 1t was found, somewhat
injured though not dead, and was killed
1t will be remembered that last summer Q
pheasant flew with such swlftness against
the post office window, as to break the thick
plate glass, and was instantly killed by th,
shock. These birds fly with terrible
speed, and it takes good marksman Il
bring them down.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23
DoxsBuHa q SULLIVAN RAILRoAp.
SALES.

OCTOBER 8th--A committee Of the
Bloomsbury Mutual Building and Saying
Fund Association will sell valuable town
property near Lockard's Car Works, one
o'clock p. m.
OCTOBER 90. The widow and heirs of
II. r. Kline deceased will sell two farms
and mountain tract in Orange township
at o'clock p. m. See posters.
John A. Funston, administrator of the
estate of Samuel Mellick, deceased, will sell
valuable real estate on the premises in
Orange township. Saturday, September
24th at / o'clock p. m.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23
j. r. SCHUYLER & Co.,
Bloomsbury, Pa.
WIDOW's ADVERTISEMENTS.

The following widows Appraisements win be
presented TO the orphans Court OF columbia
county, on the fourth Monday OF september, A. ID.
1857, and confirmed nisi, and unless exceptions are
hled within four days thereafter Will be confirmed
ABSOLUTE:
Re lben Bogart, Est, Hemlock Personality $500.
D2p'el Bowman, Est, Bloomsbury. Personally,
$3.50
Anton schwartz, Est. Hemlock Personally $500.
Frederick Derr, Est, Madison. Personality, 500.
William Whitenight, Est, Fishingcreek. Per
sonalty, 1900.
Samuel Beck, Est, Mifliin. Personally, 1900
David Lowenberg, Est., Bloomsbury. Personality,
$780,
James Everett, Est, Greenwood. Personality,
S2l470.
Noah Arndt, Est, Montour. Personally sl22 81.
Realty, si7i,l6. Total, S3O0
Jesse Mertman. Est, MontOur. Personally,
si4Sa Realty, $3.50 80. Total, $500.
William Menslnger, Est, Beaver. Personality,
sle.75. Realty, seS5.75. Total, $780,
Isaac whlpple, Est, Madison. realty, 500,
ThoS Polk, Est, Madison. Realty, $500.
wM. ii. SNYDER, Clerk Of O. c.
Clerks o1ice, Bloomsbury, Pa, sep. y, 1857.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

&C. Peacock Esq received telegram
Monday evening, from their attorney 10
New York city, announcing that In the
anti of Paul Il. Writ US Francis Brown, foI
infringement on fountain pen, which ai., ma, ma,
been nending in the United States dislrie'
court for some time, Judge Benedict decia'
ed in favor OF Mr.. Writ
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

Just think of I'll Cider, doughnuts,
great big apples, euchre and seven-up, a
rip-rousing fire, and seat alongside your
best bright-eyed girl The good old winter
nights are coming boys, when slice OF
below zero is worth the whole month OF
Julv v-Er
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

According to the estimates of general
passenger agents, there were carried to
Philadelphia last week by the Pennsylvania
railroad 100000 visitors, by the Philadel.
phia u Reading, 100000, by the Baltimore
& Ohio, 10000
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23
Farmer wanted.

A farmer of experience and character
may obtain five-years' lease OF small
farm Oil acres) upon advantageous terms
on the Girard Estate Lands In the Cata-
wissa Valley between Brandonville and
Girard Manor. The farm is provided with
q new, handsome and convenient house,
new barn and outbuildings, and is well
supplied with good water.
A man is wanted who can furnish his
own stock and equipment, and may become
permanent tenant Also, farmer wanted
TO occupy house on farm at wages. Refer.
ences requested.
Address, HKBER 8. THOMPSON,
Engineer Girard Estate,
12aug8t. Pottsville, Pa.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23

The latest is the fence advertising dodge.
A fellow by the name Of Lunt sollcits ad-
vertising from merchants aud all kinds of
tradesmen, daubs fences and country barns
with large letters, which after the first rain
are only seen in large dirty streaks-unin-
teligiblc to the naked eye.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-09-23
To All whom 1t May Concern.

Take notice, that at meeting held by
The Liquor Mems Protective Association of
Columbia county, Pa, it was unanimously
agreed to notify all persons engaged in the
liquor business, with or without license,
that we give all copstables notice for the
last time to make true and correct return
TO Court Of any person or persons violating
the liquor law.
The constables neglecting their duties as
such will be reported to the proper author
ity by the Association, to be dealt with ac-
cOrdlng to law. 3t.
LIQUOR MEMS PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION.